Tyre puncture repair

Trusted Tyre Repair

Modern tyres seem to be stronger and harder to puncture, but sometimes getting a puncture is inevitable. That’s why at Bridgestone we offer a convenient puncture repair service.

If you do get a puncture, bring it into Bridgestone Select or Bridgestone Tyre Centre and our team of technicians will evaluate if it can be fixed in a safe and professional manner in line with safety standards (NZ Standard 5423) and have you back on the road in no time.

What to do when you get a tyre puncture?

If you experience a punctured tyre, bring your vehicle to your nearest Bridgestone Select Tyre & Auto or Bridgestone Service Centre immediately. Our tyre technicians will assess the damage and determine if it can be safely repaired.

Our puncture repair process:

If your tyre can be repaired, our technician will fix the puncture, balance the wheel, and securely refit it to your car for a smooth ride.

Car tyre puncture repair

When can a tyre be safely repaired?

To ensure optimum tyre safety, only tyres that suffer a penetration in the tread area and meet the below criteria are repairable.

1. Puncture occurs from belt edge to belt edge on tread area (Green area, see table below).
2. Angle of puncture penetration is within 45° from the vertical.
3. Puncture is no larger than 6mm (10mm for TBR).
4. Tyre has not worn below 1.6mm of remaining tread depth.
5. Tyre has no visible sign of under inflation or runflat damage.
6. Maximum of 3 repairs with a minimum of 150mm between repairs (For RFT maximum of 2 repairs, minimum of 400mm apart).

Punctured tyre repair

When a tyre repair isn't safe

Signs you need a tyre replacement

Not all punctures can be repaired. Your tyre must be replaced if any of the following conditions apply:

• Sidewall or Shoulder Damage: Due to continuous flexing, sidewalls cannot be safely repaired.
• Large Punctures: Any puncture larger than 6mm (10mm for trucks and buses) requires replacement.
• Exposed Cords or Bulging: If internal layers of the tyre are exposed, it is unsafe to repair.
• Multiple Punctures: Multiple punctures compromise tyre integrity.
• Excessive Wear or Damage: If the tread is below legal limits or the tyre is too old, replacement is necessary.

At Bridgestone, our technicians follow strict manufacturer guidelines

String repairs must NEVER be used for “on road” applications. Do not repair a tyre which has already had a string repair, because you will not be able to tell if the structural integrity of the tyre has already been compromised. It is a legal requirement that all tyre repairs be completed to New Zealand Standard 5423 (or the equivalent British or Australian Standard) i.e. the repair procedure and materials of a reputable tyre repair supplier are used.

Please note that we can only store repaired tyres for 90 days.